Thursday, 2 July 2015

Dental Grills: The Bad Things

Bad Effects Of Dental GrillsDental grills, also known as “grillz,” have become popular among some teens and adults due to their popularity among celebrities, especially rap musicians. Grills are decorative covers that snap over one or more teeth. They are usually made of gold, silver or other precious metals. But less expensive grills are often made from base metals that can cause irritation or an allergic reaction.There are no long-term studies of dental grills, so there are no data about long-term safety or about problems resulting from long-term wear.Grills can promote plaque buildup and tooth decay because food particles and bacteria may build up between the teeth and the grill. A grill may also cause abrasion of the teeth that border it. Excessive wearing of grills may discolor teeth, too, so grill fans may need to whiten teeth when they decide to stop wearing the grill.Anyone who wears a dental grill should be especially attentive to dental hygiene, and follow a consistent routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily flossing. Also, be sure to remove the grill before eating and rinse it often to remove bacteria and food particles. Talk to your dentist before getting a dental grill and be sure to find out how best to reduce the risk of bacterial buildup and other complications.The above article is from: OralB.comConnecticut Family Dental171 Grandview Avenue, Suite 103 Waterbury, CT 06708 (203) 574-2725 www.CTFDental.com

About Me

Originally
an aspiring artist, Dr. Tulasi Vikram was drawn to dentistry after a
chance visit to the dentist as a child. The daughter of a general
physician, Dr. Vikram has an inherited
passion for helping people that's a perfect match when combined with
the meticulous craftsmanship of dentistry. In pursuit of her career, she
studied for five years to become a dentist in Bangalore, India. She
then moved to the U.S., where she graduated from New York University
with a doctor of dental surgery degree. Her postgraduate education
includes training in endodontics (root canal treatment) and composite
(white) fillings, as well as Six Month Smiles orthodontics that allow
her to provide her patients with a picture-perfect smile in a very short
time. Dr. Vikram is very active in the community, volunteering as an
oral educator for the Salvation Army, providing free dentistry through
the Connecticut Mission of Mercy free dental clinic (CT MOM), and taking
time to visit local schools to educate children on dental health. She
also serves as a dental consultant for Lighthouse Day Care Centers. She
and her husband Amit have one child, and in her spare time, she enjoys
painting and music.